# New workplace guide supports employers to respond to stalking

Date: 23 Jul 2026
Released by: Ministry for Women

## MediaRelease.co Summary

The Ministry for Women has published a workplace guide on recognising, responding to and supporting employees affected by stalking. Developed with Shine and Human Resources New Zealand, it follows recent law changes on stalking offences.

## Original release

The Ministry for Women has published a practical new guide to help workplaces recognise stalking, respond safely and support affected employees. "Recognise, Respond, Support: Practical workplace responses to stalking" has been developed in partnership with Shine and in collaboration with Human Resources New Zealand. It follows recent changes to the Crimes Act that made stalking and harassment a criminal offence. The guide includes practical information and tools to help workplaces: • Recognise stalking behaviours and their impacts • Respond appropriately when an employee discloses stalking • Assess and manage workplace safety risks • Connect affected employees with specialist support services • Strengthen workplace policies and safety processes. Stalking can happen in a person’s private life, at work or both. Workplaces have an important role in recognising warning signs, responding appropriately and helping keep employees safe. By improving workplace awareness and preparedness, the guide supports safer and more responsive environments for people affected by stalking.

## Key details

- Issued by: Ministry for Women
- Published: 23 Jul 2026
- Publisher country: New Zealand
- Subject country/region: National (New Zealand)
- Original source: https://www.women.govt.nz/news/new-workplace-guide-supports-employers-respond-stalking
- MediaRelease.co URL: https://mediarelease.co/nz/mr00915-new-workplace-guide-supports-employers-to-respond-to-stalkin-23072026.html

Original source: https://www.women.govt.nz/news/new-workplace-guide-supports-employers-respond-stalking
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